There are 2 ways to get from Des Moines to Elkader by bus or car
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Elkader is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 38m.
The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Elkader is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs $30 - $50.
The distance between Des Moines and Elkader is 192 miles. The road distance is 177.2 miles.
It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Des Moines to Elkader, including transfers.
Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Elkader is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Des Moines to Elkader.
There are four+ hotels available in Elkader.
What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Elkader, IA, USA?
There is no direct connection from Des Moines to Elkader. However, you can take the bus to Waterloo then drive to Elkader. Alternatively, you can drive from Des Moines to Elkader in around 3h 38m.
Rome2Rio's guide to Greyhound USA
Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 214-849-8100
- ifsr@greyhound.com
- Website
- greyhound.com
Bus from Des Moines to Waterloo
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- $30–65
- Website
- https://www.greyhound.com/
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